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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in online learning make it possible for humans all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massive open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology institutions are considering today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can stakeholders guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Google+ to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these significant new open education initiatives. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this developing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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